1974 Citroen CX vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1977 Opel Kadett is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (75 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 690 kg more than 1977 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Opel Kadett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (113 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | CX | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
